Sammyfab on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Before giving birth I wanted to breastfeed to drop the baby weight faster!! But then when we struggled in the beginning, I wanted to keep going because it was free, in addition to the added health...
View Articleprettylizy on "Why do you breastfeed?"
I going to throw out my very most honest answer: because it burns extra calories and I need to loose weight! lol! Second to that is that it's almost no cost for us since I SAH for 1 year so all that...
View Articleplantains on "Why do you breastfeed?"
I breastfeed exclusively because I enjoy it, my LO enjoys it and I know it is ideal. I had a c-section and my milk came in on my 3rd day in the hospital so I never had to worry about supplementing. It...
View Articlemrsjazz on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Originally I wanted to breastfeed so that I could lose weight fast and to experience the bonding with baby that a few of my friends talked about. After having the complete opposite birth experience (I...
View Articlemrskc on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Because I feel like it's what is best for my baby. My body knows exactly what he needs, and I wanted that bonding experience. I also wanted to do it for the benefits to myself as well like losing...
View ArticleMrs. Pen on "Why do you breastfeed?"
@runsyellowlites: ooooh I like that- "breast is standard".I'm convinced it is the healthiest option for my child- my body specially produces what he needs. It knows what antibodies he needs, the amount...
View Articleregberadaisy on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Because I want to. I love the moments of breastfeeding, the bonding. And I do believe it's the best thing for her.It's not easy by any means!
View ArticleBao on "Why do you breastfeed?"
I was bound and determined to BF before LO was born, and I am so happy I was able to. I love the bonding experience, and that it is free! I know there are extra costs with a pump and nursing bras, but...
View Articlekiddosc on "Why do you breastfeed?"
It's free and it's easy. I was lucky to not have any major issues with getting breastfeeding established, so it's just been infinitely easier to get up in the middle of the night and whip out a boob,...
View ArticlePeriwinkle on "Why do you breastfeed?"
I breastfeed for a number of reasons. Mainly, because I feel like it's the best nutrition for my baby. Secondly, it has helped me to create a special bond with my son and that has been truly amazing....
View Articlebirdofafeather on "Why do you breastfeed?"
I've always assumed that I would: best nutritionally, easier for night feedings (can't imagine having to prep a bottle at 3 am!), good bonding, antibodies, helps my uterus contract, lose weight, keep...
View Articledagret on "Why do you breastfeed?"
The bonding, It's cheaper than formula, gives LO antibodies, no prepping bottles in the middle of the night, weight loss... I just always assumed I would.
View Articlebrownie on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Formula is prohibitively expensive for MSPI, I have control over what he eats. He finds comfort from me. To reduce respiratory issues as we have a family history of them (this was a huge one when he...
View Articlecascademom on "Why do you breastfeed?"
I guess I'm in the camp of "assumed I would." I love the bonding I have with my son while we feed and know that he's getting good nutrition from me. I really don't care about the losing weight thing to...
View Articleimmabeetoo on "Why do you breastfeed?"
It is easier and better for him! As much as I'd love to pass o er care for a night without pumping, etc its worth it to me . I cannot imagine planning out bottles and stuff for traveling. The money is...
View ArticleBeehive on "Why do you breastfeed?"
For me it's almost entirely for the immunity and other health benefits, especially since he's an infant during the winter flu and cold season.
View Articleregberadaisy on "Why do you breastfeed?"
ha! For those that say easier, do you work out of home?I wouldn't necessarily say it's easier. We still wash bottle, plan bottles, pump, etc etc. You're the only one that does night feedings, no...
View Articlecascademom on "Why do you breastfeed?"
@regberadaisy: I'm not in the easier camp, but work from home occasionally. I find it easier to pump at home and work than at work. It's easier to set a schedule and not have interruptions or wait for...
View Articlekml636 on "Why do you breastfeed?"
@runsyellowlites: i kind of feel the same, I have a lot of friends that start supplementing with formula because "why not" and while I feel everyone makes their own choices, I plan on giving her...
View ArticleMaysprout on "Why do you breastfeed?"
At first just because that's what was common in my family. Then as I researched it I've become super fascinated with breast milk and everything it's composed of and role in the body. And now because LO...
View ArticleT.H.O.U. on "Why do you breastfeed?"
@regberadaisy: I work full time outside the home and I would agree that breastfeeding is easier. Yes, I have to go and pump three times a day and wash pump parts (DH helps with washing). But when I am...
View ArticleMinnie_Girl on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Initially my reasons were simply that it's normal, healthy for both LO and me, convenient, and (heck yes sign me up) free!Now that we're in the swing of things it's much more about the special...
View Articlehilary on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Free and convenient with an added bonus of being good for my LO. We were lucky in that we did not have any issues so it was easy as well.
View ArticleDillonLion on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Because it is the best nutrition I can give to her, and because I have family history of breast cancer. It also saves us money although we so have to supplement with formula so we have a little expense...
View Articlesera_87 on "Why do you breastfeed?"
It's free, I'm lazy, it's best for baby. It's also about so much more than nutrition.
View ArticleBaby Boy Mom on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Because of the health benefits for LO. I feel like it's what nature intended and I need to do everything I can to make it work.
View ArticleKemma on "Why do you breastfeed?"
Because it's how babies are meant to be fed!But yep, it's easy, free and I love the bond :-)
View ArticleBoogs on "Why do you breastfeed?"
It saved a ton of money and it's good for the baby, so I figured why not.
View Articlelittleveesmommy on "Why do you breastfeed?"
I breast feed because that's what is best for the baby and I was determined that I would do it. It was by no means easy and we've hit almost every bump possible but I was stubborn and headstrong to...
View Articleregberadaisy on "Why do you breastfeed?"
@cascademom: you have a mother's room at work??@Thehistoryofus: I guess all I was trying to say it's not simply pull out your boob and feed. M's MSPI so I've been on a restricted diet since she was...
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